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Fluffy and famous: Labubu dolls set to charm fans on big screen
The Star
|November 19, 2025
LABUBU dolls, the toy that has become a cultural phenomenon, are getting their own storyline.
Sony Pictures recently announced that they have closed a deal with Chinese retailer Pop Mart to create a movie based on these plush toy characters.
At this time, there are no creative attachments, and it has not been decided whether the film will be animated or live-action.
As fans eagerly await more details, possible stars of the movie could include Labubu, the main monster doll, along with friends Zimomo, Mokoko and Tycoco.
This story is from the November 19, 2025 edition of The Star.
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